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Kyrie Irving Could Play in Nets Home Games Soon

New York City is planning to lift its vaccine mandate over the coming weeks.

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TheBrooklyn Netscould be getting Kyrie Irving back for the stretch run and playoffs at home games.

According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, New York City’s vaccine mandate will phase out in the coming weeks, allowing Irving to play in games at Barclays Center.

只有七周留在NBA的regular season, which concludes April 10. There is no guarantee that the mandate will be lifted in time for the playoffs.

Irving has only played in 14 games this season, all on the road, due to his vaccine status.

With Irving possibly returning to the court for home games, Kevin Durant healing from his injury and Ben Simmons getting back in shape to play, the Nets are gearing up to become one of the strongest contenders in the Eastern Conference.

ThePortland Trail Blazerstravel to Brooklyn to face Irving and the Nets on March 18.